2006 BMW 316 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 316 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |